Laser skin resurfacing uses focused light energy to remove or thermally remodel the upper layers of the skin, stimulating new collagen and improving wrinkles, pigmentation, sun damage, scars and overall texture. Ablative lasers (CO2, erbium) give dramatic results with longer downtime, while non-ablative and fractional devices offer milder improvement over several sessions with minimal recovery. Pre- and post-treatment skincare and strict sun avoidance are essential for the best outcome.
Duration
30 – 90 min
Recovery
3 – 14 days
Anaesthesia
Topical or local anaesthesia (ablative may require sedation)
Setting
Outpatient
Redness, swelling and peeling for 5–14 days (ablative) or 1–3 days (non-ablative); strict sun avoidance for 6 months; mineral makeup after re-epithelialisation.
Improved skin texture, reduced fine lines, pigmentation and acne scarring; progressive improvement over 3–6 months.
Common Questions
Book a consultation with Dr Ravin Patel to discuss your goals and find out if this procedure is right for you.